Cover design: Ricardo FortunatoSupervising Teachers:Sally and Meg

News

May 2011

ContentsIndonesian Food 3-4

Recipe – Gado Gado “Mix Mix” 5

Highlights 6

Daytime Student of the month 7

(Interviewed by: Won and Kuniyo)

Get online! 8

How Much Do You Know? – quiz! 9-10

(created by Gui Oliveira, 600)

Student Snapshots 11

Recipe Offer 12

Adventure – (Karina Aguilar, 600) 13-14

What’s on in Sydney (Onur Moran, 600) 15-16

Just for a Laugh 17

Voices 18

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Indonesian Food Close to Navitas.

Cheap. Fast. Friendly.Indonesian,Malaysian and Chinese food.

1 a Hunter Street Wynyard Use George Street Exit.

Open until 3.30pm!

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Sally England

“I had the signature dish – chicken satay – and it was very tasty”

Karina Venezuela

“I had beef satay and it was very delicious”

Yun-Sik Cho Korea

“I ate BBQ Beef and Chicken and orange juice. Cheaper and awesome”

Won Korea

“I ate Bazil Chicken. The food very delicious. But, it has a lot of oil”

Meg Australia

“Yum Yum, Scrum Scrum!”

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Kuniyo Japan

“I had chicken satay. I never eat them but it was delicious!! I will try eat again!! Indonesian food love”

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Alice Indonesia

“I ate nasi lemak, it’s good but I prefer Mamak’s restaurant than here”

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Standa Czech Republic

“I had chicken satay. It was normal good food”

Sayaka Japan

Chicken Curry, good.

Yong-Hyun No Korea

“Here foods similar with Korean so I like it”

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IndonesianRecipe

Ingredients (serves 4)4 eggs250g fried tofu1/2 cup satay sauce (you can buy this or make your own)1/3 cup light coconut milk 1/2 lime, juiced 2 teaspoons of ketcap manis (sweet soya sauce)6 potatoes, halved 150g green beans, trimmed 2 carrots, peeled, sliced diagonally 1/4 medium Chinese cabbage, thickly sliced lengthways 75g bean sprouts, trimmed thinly sliced red chilli, to serve

MethodPlace eggs in a small saucepan of boiling water. Cook for 10 minutes. Drain, cool and peel. Mix satay sauce, coconut milk, lime juice and ketcap manis in a small saucepan over medium heat. Heat, stirring often, for 2 minutes or until simmering. Remove from heat.Steam potatos for 5 minutes or until almost soft. Add beans and carrots. Steam, for 2 minutes. Add cabbage and bean sprouts. Steam, for 1 to 2 minutes or until cabbage is almost cooked. Arrange vegetables on each serving plate.Cut eggs in half. Place on top of vegetables. Drizzle with warm satay sauce, top with chilli and serve.

Gado-gado is one of the well-known dishes from Indonesia. Gado-gado means “mix mix”. Easy to make and delicious!

For exciting Boomerang Events see the Boomerang Board on Level 3. Don’t forget to book early!

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To all film lovers,Spanish is the third most widely spoken language on earth and it is the predominant language for more than 21 countries worldwide.

The 2011 festival line-up features films from many of these countries including Argentina, Chile, Columbia, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Bolivia, Venezuela and of course, Spain.

Take a journey on screen as we travel farther still, from Cuba to New York and beyond! United by language, these films are from countries with unique cultural identities; come and discover these wonderful stories from fascinating and diverse parts of the world.

SYDNEY SPANISH FILM FESTIVALMAY 11th – 22nd www.spanishfilmfestival.com

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Daytime Student

of the monthDiana from Colombia. Arrived in Sydney in

December. DOB: 1 October

1982

How long will you study at Navitas? 4 months. Intermediate class.

Why did you choose Sydney to study? Her sister is living in Sydney and this country has a good quality of life.

What do you do in your free time? I spend a lot of time with my friends.

How is your life in Australia? Like a holiday in Australia.

Talk a bit about your background. Professional. Work in a Technical Laboratory helping people.

What do you expect for the future?Improve my English. Find a perfect job in my country. I will be happy then.

Congratulations from everyone at Navitas!

Fun things you can do online to practise your English, visit these sites!www.quizlet.comwww.wordle.comwww.storybird.comwww.abc.net.auwww.manythings.orga4esl.org

Websites for fun free things to do in Sydney:

www.weekendnotes.com

www.sydney.com

whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

Get online!

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Created by Gui Oliveira, 600

1. In which year were the Olympic Games held in Sydney?

2. How many medals (in total) did Australia win that year?

3. The next world cup, in 2014, will be held in Brazil. It will be the second time Brazil hosts a World Cup. Who was the winner of the first World Cup in Brazil?

4. What letter is an insect?

5. What is the currency in Korea?

6. In what continent is Egypt located?

7. What do the letters in ANZAC stand for?

8. How old is Queen Elizabeth II?

9. In which year was the Sydney Opera House completed?

10. What did the Europeans first call Australia?

11. How old is Sally?

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Student SnapshotsWon Korean

Born: 27.06.79Arrived in Sydney: FebruaryClass: Intermediate

Won likes Sydney and he has met lots of people here. He likes golf and basketball and studying English.He graduated from Seoul National University and has worked in Animal Nutrition and Biochemistry. He has a Masters Degree. He plans to return to Korea to work.

Kuniyo Japanese

Born: 24.05.75Arrived in Sydney: FebruaryClass: Intermediate

Kuniyo lived in Tokyo for 16 years. She had a busy life and wanted to move to a more peaceful place. She likes Sydney a lot. Kuniyo lives in Fairlight and likes swimming in Shelly Beach. “The water is so clear” she says.

Kuniyo is a fashion designer and loves designing clothes. She loves travel and has already been to many places in Australia: Noosa, Melbourne, and Canberra. She has recently started to sew clothes and try Aussie cooking. She hopes to improve her English and stay in Australia for a while and work.

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That’s Life Magazine is looking for recipes to include in upcoming issues. If you have a recipe you’d like to be featured, read on… For $50 and a moment of fame in That’s Life Magazine, please email the following to

gabrielle11@optusnet.com.au

1.    A recipe (it will be tested, food-styled, photographed)2.    A photo of yourself (Your best smile!)3.    Your home address (the $50 cheque will be sent here)

$50FOR YOUR MUM’S

SECRET RECIPE? (or your favourite recipe)

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One day my friends and I decided to go to the Formula 1 race, we made all the reservations really fast: flight tickets, race tickets and the backpacker, the only thing that lasted very long was the waiting for the day of the trip. But of course, Melbourne wasn’t only about that, so we booked for a couple of tours and we planned to explore the city.The first day we had a tour that no one can stop doing, The Great Ocean Road. This tour gives you the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful view of the coast until it becomes even more gorgeous when you get to the 12 apostles. This collection of limestone stacks off the shore of the Port has made this place an important and popular tourist attraction. When we got there, we took a helicopter that gave us an incredible journey along the coast and they explained to us about these formations in the sea, the reason for its name, and other facts.

The second day we walked around the city, we visited some sport places such as Etihad Stadium and Rod Laver Arena, also we could see its mix of Victorian and contemporary architecture, its tower, which you can admire all the city, its extensive network of trams, gardens and parks. In the city we could feel the Grand Prix spirit. In addition to that, in afternoon hours we could hear the engines of cars as it was the pole position. We were very excited.

The fourth day we went to the Albert Park to see the F1, there were lots of entertainment to keep us busy before the race. There were old cars exhibitions, motocross, jet boats all over the lake, food, teams merchandise, a Quantas plane flying very low, others cars competitions and many things more!. When the time of the race came and the cars started so we can hear the sound of engines, we took for granted our dreams; it was incredible to be there! It was so loud that by the half of the race my ears started to hurt, forcing me to wear the earplugs.

On the last day in Melbourne we went to another tour that is also very beautiful, Phillip Island Penguin Parade. This tour included wine tasting, a stop in a chocolate factory and in a Koala reserve until finally we got to the island where we could see wallabies and beautiful small penguins.

There are other interesting things that you can do in Melbourne that we couldn’t do for lack of time!! So if you decide to go, enjoy!! I know you won’t regret it!!...

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ENJOY YOUR FREE TIME

ARCHIBALD PRIZENow in its 90th year, the Archibald Prize is one of Australia’s oldest and most prestigious art awards. JF Archibald’s primary aims were to foster portraiture, support artists and perpetuate the memory of great Australians.See this year’s winning portrait by Ben Quilty of Margaret Olley alongside 40 finalist works, including portraits of Australian identities such as Waleed Aly, Cate Blanchett, Quentin Bryce, Cathy Freeman, Jessica Watson and Hugo Weaving. When:• Between 16 April and 26 June from 10.00 to 17.00Where:Art Gallery of NSW, Art Gallery Road The Domain Sydney 2000Cost:$10

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FREE Salsa Party @ Darling Harbour Every Sunday from 8pm to 2am

Salsa at Docks Hotel is getting hotter and hotter and now we have a FREE one hour BACHATA CLASS by Australian Bachata Champion "El Moro" from 8pm to 9pm

Come along this Sunday if you are a beginner or just want to learn the sensual Bachata steps. After the class you can continue dancing the latest Latin tunes and enjoy a night of Salsa, Bachatas & Merenges with sone of the best Latino DJs in rotation every Sunday.

Salsa at the Docks Hotel is an exciting and explosive combination of hot music, friendship and the magnificent views of Darling Harbour.

A FREE Latino event not to be missed

THE GREAT WAITERS’S RACEThe rules for the Sydney race are as follows: competitors must complete the two kilometre course while holding a tray containing one bottle of wine from major, as well as a half-filled glass of wine from that bottle. No running is permitted. The first person to cross the finish line without having spilled any wine wins. WHEN: Sunday May 15, from 12:00.WHERE: Overseas Passenger Terminal, Level 1-3, Circular Quay, NSW.COST: Free for spectators.

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SATURDAY 14th

2pm GRAB DIR: BILLY LUTHER4pm SHIFTING SHELTER 46pm AND THE RIVER FLOWS ON8pm21 YEARS OF NGANAMPAANWERNEKENHETALES FROM THE DALYCROOKHAT ANDTHE KULUNADA8.15pmURSULA YOVICH’SMAGPIE BLUES

SUNDAY 15th

2pm SHORTS PROGRAMWAPPAWEKATWO WORLDS STONESEBONY SOCIETYTHE BIGGEST PORT4pm PANEL SESSIONTELLING INDIGENOUSSTORIES7.15pmURSULA YOVICH’SMAGPIE BLUES

FREE FILM FESTIVAL OPERA HOUSE Message Sticks Festival offers free films featuring rich stories created by people from Australia and around the world. Session times below.sydneyoperahouse.com

I have been looking for really cute girl!!! If you think that is yourself please call me. Mobile 0431 xxx xxx

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VOICES

Does anyone

know a nice boy,

Lorena is looking

for boyfriend

Everybody should go to the Botanic Garden. Is a very beautiful place and there you can relax or have a good picnic.

Being happy is giving Jesus the first

place in your life.

Hi Mariane, You make my

morning become a better

day you are my shunrise

Love Cadooe

Do you know how

amazing teacher we

have? If you don’t know

‘her’ plz & just come 2

room 3-19 CU then my

friend.

Everybody should visit

Chile, it’s an amazing

country. Try pisco over

there.

You have to stick your tongue out when you say Thank you TH TH TH TH TH TH TH Won

How Much Do You Know ANSWERS: 1) 2000 2) 58 3) Uruguay 4) B (bee) 5) Won 6) Africa 7) Australia & New Zealand Army Corps 8) 85 9) 1973 10) Terra Australis Incognita (Unknown Southern Land) 11) 28!

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Just for a laugh….

Teacher: Tell me a sentence that starts with an "I".

Student: I is the...

Teacher: Stop! Never put 'is' after an "I". Always put 'am' after an

"I".Student: OK. I am the ninth letter of the alphabet.

A guy says to his friend, "Guess how many coins I have in my pocket." The friends says, "If I guess right, will you give me one of them?" The first guys says, "If you guess right, I'll give you both of them!"

Q: What starts with E, ends with E and only has one

letter?

A: An envelope What did the ocean say to the beach?Nothing – it just waved!

If you have any good jokes to share, why not send them into NavitasticNews?